This is the Health issue and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your guide to getting fit
and fab! From the latest fitness trends, picking out the
right workout clothes and shoes, healthy food options
up to providing you with an exclusive feature on some
of Jeddahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top personal trainers; this issue promises to
help you be a step closer to meeting your fitness goals.
With that said, we feel blessed to have had a fantastic
year and we owe it all to you, our dear readers. Thank
you for making us your monthly dose of city insights
and cheers to more good vibes ahead!

Enas Hashani

Editor-in-Chief
editor@destinationjeddah.com

my picks
for this

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JMJ, P. 46

Noodles, P. 64

Salam Medical, P. 80

The natural way
to a healthier
mind is the
natural way to
a healthier body

Argan Oil is considered the most natural breakthrough
treatment for the repair and healing of damaged
hair, Skin and nails. The complete range of
Rysens Argan Oil Products is available at FACES.
Find out more about the benefits of our products.
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Pottery Barn kids
opening. And for the first
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time West Elm in Jeddah.
Go forward, awesome magazine!!
DJ: Thank you Raad :)

HUH??!!

Thank you, but we all have perfumes and
incense burners at home. Some people
have allergies, their noses get itchy as
soon as they step into malls because of
the strong smell of incense. How about
taking it down a notch?

Promoting a healthy lifestyle
Leading and living a healthy lifestyle
is an option we all have; after all, each
and every one of us has the freedom
of choosing how to live and what to
eat. However, when you notice people
and organizations around you are
encouraging you to live and eat well,
you have to give it a shot! December
is the health issue, and since we found
many topics that deserve a thumbs up,
we decided to dedicate the whole page
to recognize and highlight these topics/
organizations.
The Ministry of Health:
The Ministry of Health website (www.moh.
gov.sa) is up-to-date and contains plenty of
useful information citizens should be aware
of. A thumbs up worthy piece
of information is if you visit
any pharmacy and they don’t
have the medicine you need in
stock, they make an order and
have it delivered to you.
Pharmacies Offering
Healthy Foods:
When you’re looking for
healthy snacks to munch
on during your breaks
at work, you can visit
supermarkets such as
Manuel,Danube, or
now you can even
visit pharmacies and
find what you’re

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looking for. Some pharmacies around the
city, such as Al Nahdi, have sections within
the store dedicated to healthy food products
such as a variety of cereals and snack bars.
Tips and Signs on Walkways:
Some walkways around Jeddah, such
as Majra Al Sail, have informative and
motivational tips and signs throughout the
walkway. For example, signs that mention
how much time you should spend warming
up before jogging, how and why walking
is beneficial for your heart, in addition to
signs that mention how much you have
been walking.
Healthy Cafeteria Food in Schools:
When children are accustomed to eating
clean from an early age, they tend to
adapt to a healthy lifestyle and grow
up appreciating their state of
wellbeing. Certain schools such
as Jeddah Knowledge
School (JKS)
and Jeddah
International
School (JIS)
serve healthy
foods on their
cafeteria menu
including fruits,
salads, fruit
yogurt, fruit cups
and fresh juices.

Range Rover Sport
Crosses Empty Quarter

The new Range Rover Sport set the fastest
recorded time for a land vehicle crossing
of the Empty Quarter, one of the most
challenging desert environments in the world
and one of the largest deserts in the world.

CLINIQUE’S

Dramatically Different!
November marked the
launch of Clinique’s new
Dramatically Different
moisturizing lotion. The
iconic lotion has been
dermatologist-reformulated
to deliver even more
dramatically different
results than the first one.

NCB CAPITAL APPOINTS
NEW CEO

NCB Capital, the leading provider of
wealth management services in the GCC,
has appointed Tariq Linjawi as acting CEO
following the decision of Jawdat Al Halabi
to leave the firm.

EXTRA
ITALIAN NIGHTS

Every Tuesday evening Balsamico will be
hosting Italian nights! In addition to their
existing menu, on Italian nights they will
be offering a special menu highlighting
the essence of Italian cuisine with a live
cooking pasta station.

EVIAN AND ELIE SAAB
COLLABORATE
Evian announced its collaboration with Elie
Saab to create a limited edition glass bottle
that is a joint celebration of both brands
pursuit of purity in design. This partnership
marks Evian’s sixth year in association
with international fashion brands.
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Ranked Top Retail Page

Extra, Saudi Arabia’s fastest-growing consumer
electronics and home appliance retailer, celebrates
their one millionth Facebook fan within just one
year from launching, making them the top ranked
Facebook retail page in the Middle East.

Season’s Greetings from

OMEGA!

Omega wish their customers a peaceful and
happy holiday season with their eye-catching and
extremely beautiful
Ladymatic with
luxury flower
dial watch and
Ladymatic ring in
18K rose gold
with diamonds.

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THE THIRD COFFEE
BEAN IN TOWN
A new Coffee Bean
& Tea Leaf store opened
on Palestine Road!
Within the store there is
a micro store for CBTL
coffee machines.

Isabel Marant’s collection with H&M is
definitely one of the big fashion events of
the year. Marant’s designs were launched in
H&M stores worldwide at the same time.

KAEC

RESIDENTIAL PLOTS SOLD OUT

Residential land plots sale of Beach
Community 2 at Al-Murooj district in King
Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) witnessed
a huge demand by citizens. All plots of Beach
Community 2 phase’s one, two, three and
four are completely sold out.

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Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel,
launched their Fairmont Residence service in
November 2013. The furnished apartments
provide guests with a combination of luxury
and a sense of spirituality in addition to
breathtaking views of the Holy Ka’aba.

Qatar Airways & Amadeus

Amadeus, a leading technology partner for the
global travel industry, and Qatar Airways, named
the best airline in the Middle East for the eighth
year now, announced the airline’s successful
migration to Altea Departure Control – Flight
Management and Customer Management.

“Friendshippr”

is Launched!

Friendshippr,” a new revolutionary platform
for friend-to-friend shipping, launched at
TechCrunch Disrupt in Berlin. This mobile
app works through users’ Facebook network
and makes domestic and international “friend
to friend” shipping easy and interactive.

ROYAL BLACK
FOR MEN

A new and exclusive fragrance for
men, DSquared2: Potion Royal Black,
combines intense and mysterious
elements derived from the
origins of alchemy, the
ancient art born in Egypt
during the time of the
Pharaohs.

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Events &
Happenings

WHAT’S BEEN GOING ON...

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1. THE ALL-NEW BMW X5 DEBUTS IN KSA:
Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors, the official
BMW Group importer in KSA, has welcomed
the all-new BMW X5, which is the pioneer of
the Sports Activity Vehicle segment and global
market leader in its class.
2.ITQAN CAPITAL SUPPORTS
EDUCATION SECTOR:
Itqan Capital, a leader in providing investment
offerings and a member of Al Baraka
Banking Group, signed a Memorandum of
Understanding (MoU) with D3 Consultants
Co., a premier school consultancy company
specializing in the establishment, evaluation
and management of schools in addition to
consultancy in international accreditation.
3. DEBENHAMS OPEN THIRD BRANCH IN
JEDDAH:
On Nov. 2, Debenhams announced the opening
of their new department store in Jeddah,
located at Red Sea Mall. The new department
store marks the third branch for Debenhams in
Jeddah, 11th branch in KSA and 26 stores in the
Middle East.
4. SAEI ADOPTS MICROSOFT SOLUTION:
Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industries
(SAEI), the largest MRO in the MENA region
based in Jeddah, has adopted Microsoft’s
Yammer Social Network Solution in order
to provide the company’s employees with a

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private social network that offers an interactive
environment and communication.
5. NESCAFE LAUNCHES ARABIANA:
Nescafe, one of the leading coffee brands in
the Middle East, launched Nescafe Arabiana.
Nescafe Arabiana is the first 100 percent instant
Arabic coffee product made with premium
quality green coffee beans infused with natural
flavors such as cardamom. At the launching
event, guests enjoyed watching traditional dances,
taking photos with falcons and tasting dates with
Nescafe Arabiana coffee.
6. INJAZ ENTREPRENEURSHIP
ANNUAL EVENT:
Injaz Saudi Arabia held their annual event
on entrepreneurship at the Hilton Hotel in
Jeddah on Nov. 13. The event highlighted the
accomplishments of Saudi youths, in addition to
announcing the company program winning teams
who are due to compete on a regional level.

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Send us your events and happenings to djpr@destinationjeddah.com

Events &
Happenings

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7. YOUNINE OPENS IN JEDDAH:
Lebanese restaurant Younine celebrated
the opening of their first branch in Jeddah,
at Bougainvillea on Malik Road. Named
after a village on a mountain in Lebanon,
Younine represents originality and authentic
Lebanese cuisine.
8. BAKHRIEBA’S NEW SOCIAL
INNOVATION:
Mohammad Bakhrieba, founder of Call of
Culture and a social innovationist, developed
a new social innovation model aimed at
engaging individuals to take active roles in
reflecting their own cultures while traveling
abroad. Bakhrieba’s model adopts the concept
“Learn and Earn,” encouraging readers to
learn about different cultures and share
similarities. To get in touch with Bakhrieba, email:
Respond@callofculture.com.

9. INDEX FAIR:
Index KSA, Saudi Arabia’s largest interior
design fair, was launched Nov. 13 by
Sheikh Mazen Battarjee, president of
Albeir Society, and Ghazi bin Saeed Al
Abbasi, secretary general of the Saudi
Council of Engineers. The fair took place at
Jeddah Center for Forums and Events and
opened with 150 exhibitors and a program
of seminars for the interior design and
architect communities. The fair ended Nov.
14, and successfully catered to the needs
of residential, commercial and hospitality
interior sectors. The show also provided
exhibitors with a platform to access the Saudi
market and industry professionals with an
opportunity to socialize and network with
potential suppliers.

We know Jeddah is junk-food heaven
with new restaurants popping up every
week and old restaurants coming up with
the most tempting dishes and offers.
However, there’s no need to panic if
you’re on a strict diet or if you want to
switch to (or stick with) healthy food
products. There are many places around
the city that can cater to your needs.

GROCERY STORES

First of all, don’t forget that you can get a
wide selection of diet-friendly and organic
items from the supermarket. Danube,
Manuel and Carrefour all have separate
sections dedicated to healthy food. You’ll
find everything from sugar-free candy and
rice crackers to organic peanut butter, all on
your routine grocery trips.

CAMBRIDGE

An international British health center chain,
Cambridge can even provide you with a
diet plan and give you fitness suggestions.
Cambridge specializes in the treatment of
obesity so you can rest assured that you’re in
good hands. If you’re just looking to stock
your kitchen, you can find everything from
scrumptious porridge and soups to healthy
shakes at Cambridge.
Tel: +966-12-6640404
Facebook: CambridgeWeightPlanSaudi
Email: info@saudi-cambridge.com
Web: www.saudi-cambridge.com
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We’ve raved about Basma El-Khereiji’s
cooking before and we weren’t joking.
If you’re looking for homemade organic
meals, this is the way to go. From simple
mac n cheese to a delicious vegetable
quiche and oatmeal casserole, she’ll keep
you coming back for more with her
unique recipes.

DIET CENTER

The Diet Shop swears by its health
standards and is even certified in food safety
management systems. You will find here the
most delicious ice cream, sweets and cakes
all tailored to your health needs. On the
savoury side you have an endless list that
begins with salads, sandwiches and pizzas!
The Diet Center can also provide you with
a diet plan, if you’re looking to get healthier
or lose weight.
Tel: 920017373
Facebook: DietCenterKSA
Web: www.dietcenter.com.sa

HEALTHY FOOD WAY

Healthy Food Way offers three main
services: they have a restaurant where you
can dine-in knowing that you’re not cheating
on your diet or no-junk vow. They also offer
catering and provide you with a custom
diet plan.
Location: Red Sea Mall
Tel: 920023006
Facebook: Healthy-Food-Way
Email: info@healthyfoodway.com
Web: www.healthyfoodway.com

WHAT ARE YOUR
FAVORITE PLACES TO
SHOP FOR HEALTHY
OR ORGANIC FOOD
PRODUCTS?
DID YOU KNOW?

Your one-stop shop for all your health needs,
Abazeer provides organic food products
and dietary supplements. You’ll find a
sophisticated selection of the healthiest food
products such as Hungarian honey, Japanese
plums, miso and so much more. You can
even find organic poultry here, as well
as herbal toothpaste and other health and
beauty aids.
Location: Al Musadiyah Plaza
Mob: +966-533300052
Facebook: abazeershowroom
Email: abazeershowroom@hotmail.com
Website: www.abazeer.com

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Business

King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) is one of the largest and most important
private sector initiatives in the Middle East, encompassing a total area of 168 million
square meters along the Red Sea coast. KAEC offers a wide range of housing
solutions that are suitably priced for different income levels, which are all supported
by a high quality infrastructure and a complete range of services and facilities. One
of its noteworthy districts is Bay La Sun.
The Bay La Sun district is a dynamic
environment that mixes the very best of the
work, live and play ideal, all within walking
distance from the beach. The district is
already known for its marina and the variety
of activities available for residents and
visitors. In addition to a number of fullfledged residential beach towers, some of
the key features of the district are The Bay
La Sun Business Park (called Bay Views),

Bay La Sun
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The Marina Canal Promenade, The Bay
La Sun Hotel and Marina, The Bay La Sun
Retail Promenade, which will be a lively area
consisting of cafĂŠs, restaurants, pharmacies,
supermarkets and retail shops. Some of the
restaurants and cafĂŠs available at the retail
promenade and marina are Bhar, Baskin
Robins, Pizza Hut and Subway, in addition to
services such as Hanco car rentals and SAAB
bank. Bay La Sun is truly a landmark and a
vibrant community within KAEC.

Marina Towers

Beach Towers Retail

Bay La Sun is also home to the intriguing
Bay La Sun Hotel and Marina. The hotel
stands out within the Bay La Sun district
not only because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the first hotel in that
location, but also because of the services
it offers and the facilities it contains. It
is best described as the ideal location for
all occasions, with an emphasis on the
business sector. Bay La Sun Hotel contains
banqueting, conferences and meeting
facilities and training programs, all suitable
for corporate functions and providing a
unique experience. Perfectly designed to
cater to the businessman or woman, Bay La
Sun Hotel features large meeting rooms, a
spacious auditorium and an area dedicated to
banquets and specific functions. Bay La Sun
is permanently situated on the map as the
ultimate getaway from Jeddahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s busy scene
and the ideal destination to relax, unwind
and even work.

There seems to be a more
fun way to get fit everyday.
However, the workouts you do
all depend on your strengths
and weaknesses and what
your goals are. That’s why
meeting up with a personal
trainer is just what you might
need. Check out some of
Jeddah's best trainers who
are ready to get you right
in shape!

MARCUS DAVIS
What should a person's
fitness level be to join
a boot camp?

HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL
TRAINING BOOT CAMP.

Fitness levels vary per individual.
I advise all potential clients to
come as they are and give 100
percent effort to improve their
physical fitness in all aspects.
Being dedicated and committed
to improve your lifestyle is all
about making an effort regardless
if you're a beginner or an
advanced athlete.

What are the benefits of
pre and postnatal training?
Training while pregnant has many
benefits including maintaining
your pre-pregnancy fitness level,
preparing your body for the
stress of labor and childbirth,
controlling excess weight gain
and most importantly reduce
the discomforts associated with
pregnancy. Staying active helps
moms get back into their prebaby figure easier and faster.

get in touch:
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Email: onefit.fitness@gmail.com

Instagram: one_fit

DJ PERSONAL TRAINERS

ALAIN EDENE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; EDENE FITNESS
Interesting fact
about Alain:
Alain is known as Alain the
Caveman because he not only
believes in the Caveman diet,
but lives by it. The Caveman diet
is a plan based on eating plants
and wild animals, similar to what
cavemen are presumed to have
eaten approximately
10,000 years ago.

Can you tell us
about tabata?
Tabata training is one of my highly
demanded and most popular
classes. Instead of going through
hours of cardio, tabata can be
completed in literally less than five
minutes. It consists of very high
intensity interval training and is
perfect especially for people who
lead busy lives.

HALA DAKHIL
You recently created
mash-up mania drill.
Tell us about it.
Mash-up mania drills is a whole
new world of different exercises.
This class involves a mixture of
high intensity to low intensity,
from Plyometric drills to Barre,
kettle bells, cardio, Pilates and
yoga. Every 30 seconds is a
surprise of either a high intensity
move or a low intensity move,
but our goal is to increase the
amount of seconds every week,
to not stop moving, and to burn
every bit of fat and tone every bit
of muscle!

get in touch:

Email: hdfitnatic@gmail.com

Instagram: HD_Fitness
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DJ PERSONAL TRAINERS

Others to
Check Out!
SAHAR BIN AHMED

MIKA MAHARANI

Fitness dance classes, basic Zumba,
Aqua Zumba, Zumba Sentao, Zumba
Gold and Zumba in the Circuit.
Fact: SAHAR PROUDLY STATES THAT SHE WAS
THE FIRST ZUMBA INSTRUCTOR IN JEDDAH.
Email: sahr.ahmed.ym@hotmail.com
Instagram: saharzumba

SAEED AL-GHAMDI
What is Plyometrics
and how is it beneficial?
Plyometrics is any kind of
movement that involves jumping.
To avoid injuries, in our Cardio
Crosby exercise we only do simple
plyometric movements like line
jumps, side jumps
and simple burpees. One of the
many benefits of plyometrics is to
increase reactive strength
and coordination.

MMA dates to the Olympics of ancient
Greece, where it all began in the form of
hand-to-hand fights referred to as a sport
called pankration, derived from the Greek
words pan and kratos, meaning “all powers.”
Starting as a simple competition with the
only two rules being no biting and no eye
gouging, pankration increased in popularity
and shortly spread to India then Brazil and
eventually branched out further worldwide.
As the sport spread worldwide, citizens of
each country began to build on it according
to their own preferences and traditions,
creating new styles of martial arts and
simultaneously learning different types from
one another. For example, Brazilian jiu-jitsu
came about when an expert in judo practiced
and spread his teachings in Brazil. When a
boxer and a jiu-jitsu expert faced each other
in a fight, they each had to learn about their
opponent’s type of sport in order to defend
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Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is defined as
systems and traditions of combat practices
that can be used for self-defense, physical
health and fitness, competitions and even
entertainment. The sport initially began
in ancient Greece and spread worldwide
until it reached the Middle East. Abdulaziz
Julaidan, a Saudi MMA wrestler
specialized in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, made his
appearance felt in the Middle East after
spending years training, wrestling
and winning awards abroad.
themselves and become well-rounded
wrestlers. With time, people began to create
mixed-style competitions using different
forms of martial arts and that led to the rapid
growth in the popularity of MMA.
MMA has greatly increased in popularity
within the Middle Eastern countries in the
past few years; many training facilities began
opening and the TV show Desert Force,
aired on MBC Action, provided fighters and
wrestlers with an opportunity to showcase
their talent within the region, compete against
one another and become champions.
Abdulaziz Julaidan is a Saudi MMA
wrestler residing in Switzerland. Julaidan
has a blue belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and has
won quite a few competitions during his
time abroad before entering and making
his presence in the Middle Eastern MMA
scene. Julaidan competed three times so

far on Desert Force, once with Mohamed
Arti (Kuwait) in December 2012, Ahmad
Darmaki (UAE) last March, and Ramadan
Noaaman (Egypt) in October. He has
been competing for over five years now,
trains twice daily and follows a strict diet
in order to stay in shape and remain well
prepared for future competitions.
In a post fight interview, Julaidan said he
wanted the Shield to come to Saudi Arabia
in 2014. The Shield is a professional
wrestling stable in WWE, consisting of
Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins and Roman
Reigns. The Shield debuted in November
2012 at the Survivor Series, and Ambrose
currently holds the title as WWE United
States Champion. Let’s stay tuned and see
what happens when and if they do come
to KSA!

Arifa Bseiso
(Jordanian) is the
First Lady of MMA
in the Middle East.

!

If you live in Jeddah and you’re interested
in MMA, below are some options:
ASIA MARTIAL ARTS DEFENSE CLUB
They offer a variety of classes including
karate, taekwondo, kung fu, aikido and
bodybuilding.
Email: asiamartialarts@yahoo.com

GOLD’S GYM
Considered to be one of the best in
the world, Legendary Heroes Martial
Arts Academy was founded by Captain
Mohammed Abbas in March 2009, for
Gold’s Gym Jeddah.
Tel: +966-12-6971302 / +966-12-6912077
Email: abbas@arablegendaryheroes.com

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Special
Features

THE HEALTHY

URBAN LIFESTYLE GUIDE
By Rayan Khayat

Our city is ever
changing and every few
years there’s a difference
in the way we go out
about out daily lives.
Recently it’s been
more crowded, condensed,
slightly more
polluted and the influx of
technology has changed
the way we come, go and
accomplish. So what do
we do about this? We’ve
got to keep up and utilize
and maximize all our
options. So we’ve put
together a guide to help
you live that fabulous
healthy lifestyle in
this fabulous city, Jeddah.

SNACK THE RIGHT WAY!

Ongoing healthy snacks throughout your working or
school day is the best way to keep your energy up.

1. Don’t hesitate to make
an effort to detox the areas
around your home and
workplace if they’re too
polluted or dirty.
Contact the Amanah, and
check out if you can invest
in fixing up that area.
2. Go for a detoxifying
cleanse to get rid of
all those toxins, grease
and pollution. Check out
Quench Me
Mob:+966-537100404
or make your own!

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ON-THE-GO EXERCISE!
1. Install a pull up bar on

your door, use it every
time you pass.

2. Park your car farther
and walk a few more
minutes. Look around for a
nearby park if possible
and enjoy some fresh air
before work.
3. Take the stairs
when possible. Maybe do
some up and down laps
when you leave home.
4. Wear sneakers
when shopping or
going on errands for an
extra bounce and energy.
5. Burpees are
a nice and tough cargo
quickie before meals.

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TECHNOLOGY
1. Reduce the brightness on

your computers and phones
for your eyes and healthy
melatonin levels.

2. My Fitness Pal
for tracking calories
and nutrition
Even Al-Baik is on there!
3. The 7 Minute Workout
app, it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t require
weights or a large room.
4. The Jillian Michaels
Slim-Down app is a great
way to keep track.
5. The Nutrition Quiz app
is a great way to learn more
about your body.

BEAUTY

Going natural is always
the right choice. So why
not try the most natural
treatment to repair and
heal your hair?

You say you have a lot of energy inside of
you but have no idea where to unleash it.
Or you can’t motivate yourself to go on a
walk or a morning jog on your own. Here’s
a news flash: you no longer have an excuse
to be Mr. (or Ms.) Couch Potato, because
Destination has compiled a list of Jeddah’s
very best sports groups! So turn off the TV,
head outdoors and exercise your way to a
happier and more active new year.

01
Jeddah Cyclists
Miss riding your bike like the good old
days? Or just looking for a way to get fit?
Jeddah Cyclists meet thrice a week for some
fun in the sun. Bring your own bike and
don’t forget your helmets: safety first!
Mob: +966-503622980
Email: jeddahcyclists@gmail.com
Web: www.jeddahcyclists.com
Facebook: /jeddahcyclists
Twitter: @jeddahcyclists

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02

Jeddah Hash House Harriers (JH3)
Who would have thought of hiking under
the blazing desert sun? You’d be surprised
at what a fun experience it is. Socialize and
shed the flab simultaneously with the Jeddah
Hashers while you also discover Jeddah’s
hills and mountains.
Facebook: /JeddahWestern

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Jeddah Jeepers
For more outdoorsy and adventurous
excursions, go off-roading with the Jeddah
Jeepers! They organize off-roading trips and
picnics as well.
Email: jeddahjeepers@gmail.com
Facebook: /JeddahJeepers

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Jeddah Morning Joggers
A creation of Ahmed Al Awadi, the JMJers
meet early in the morning for a jog. They
take different routes and never leave behind
the fun, so what are YOU waiting for?
Facebook: /groups/jmj.gr
Twitter:@JMJers
Youtube: Jeddah Morning Joggers (JMJers)

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Jeddah Women Joggers
Ladies, don’t despair! There’s a
ladies only club too, so put on
your running shoes and head out
that door. It’s time to outrun the
couch potato syndrome!

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Jeddah Kiteboarders
Also known as kitesurfing or flysurfing,
kitesurfing is an extreme surface water sport
that is very enjoyable once you’ve gotten the
hang of it. When the weather is unsuitable
for surfing, the Kiteboarders head to the
desert for camping trips.

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Facebook: /groups/jeddahkiteboarders

Jeddah’s Backpack
Not only do they hike, they go camping,
biking, fishing and much more. To stay up
to date with their latest adventures, join their
group on Facebook.
Email: jeddah.backpack@gmail.com

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Dance Classes
If you’re into salsa, bachata, cumbia or some
other dance type, you’re in luck! Jeddah has
its very own dance instructor. Arrange private
classes for a couple or organize a group.
Contact: Wendy Reyes
Mob: +966-551888353
Email: wendyreyes001@gmail.com

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Special
Features

stay fit

how DJ staff members

Enas Hashani:

I enjoy many different
workouts, but I especially
love my evening walking
sessions. I take that time as
an opportunity to clear my
mind, reflect on my day
and exercise simultaneously.

Bayan Abuzinadah:

Maria Mahdaly:

I like doing different
exercises everyday in order
to work out all muscles in
many ways. I enjoy yoga
once a week, power Pilates
(I love it because it’s a mix
of Pilates and weights),
kickboxing, weights
and aerobics.

Walaa Attas:

I like tabata training because
it fires up the metabolism,
it’s an excellent way to
burn fat and also improve
mental toughness. Also, it
isn’t time consuming! I also
enjoy high intensity interval
training in addition to sit-ups
and weight lifting.

I love working out with
people, so bootcamp would
be my top choice
(I go to Alains Bootcamp –
definitely recommended!)
On my own time I like
all kinds of squats and
definitely burpees – they’re
simply a calorie-torching,
strength-building, full
body exercise!

Rayan Khayat:
Sara Sabir:

I love challenging exercises
like spinning and any high
intensity cardio and strength
workout combination.

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I love doing group sports
like hiking, basketball
and football – it’s way
more fun! I also enjoy yoga
because it’s amazing for
your health.

Halah Gandeel:

My cross-trainer! It works
out more muscles in my
body than a treadmill, in half
the time, and when I want to
break more sweat all I need
to do is add weights!

Fatenah Henaidy:

I enjoy walking because it’s
a group exercise that gives
me the opportunity to
spend quality time with
family and friends while
simultaneously
burning calories.

Swalah Eshki:

I like Les Mills because it
consists of more than 10
programs. My favorites are
Grit (30-minute training,
building strength and
burning fat), Body Attack,
Body Combat (mixed
martial arts, builds selfconfidence), Body Pump
(one of the world’s fastest
ways to get in shape), RPM
(cycling workout), and
Core Board workout to help
improve balance and build
core stability.

Mazin Al-Maimani:

Definitely swimming –
it’s fun and it works out all
body muscles.

Nada Henaidy:

Zumba! It’s a fun workout
and you can burn up to 600
– 800 calories in just one
hour! An added benefit is
that it makes me feel like
I’ve got moves ;-)

Nour Al Tamimi:

Bassma Al Toaimi:

I love abdominal exercises
like sit-ups and planks
for toning purposes, and I
love boxing because it’s an
excellent stress reliever.

I love squats simply because
they’re one of the best
leg workouts and I love my
cross-trainer.
What are you doing to
stay fit? Let us know by
emailing us at feedback@
destinationjeddah.com
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Explore
KSA

Like most road trips in Saudi Arabia,
ours began with advice on how to apply
dishwashing soap to the front of the
rental car.
Khaki-colored hoods are a quintessentially
telltale sign of a Saudi car on a long drive,
much like the presence of Vimto in grocery
stores during Ramadan.
Fairy is apparently the preferred brand but
paint defender sprays purchased from gas
stations work just as well. The end goal is
to ensure the front portion of the vehicle is
protected from effectively being sandblasted
as you clock around 170 kilometers per hour
(105 miles per hour) on your drive.
We had about 700 kilometers of driving
ahead of us to arrive at our first destination
on our weeklong road trip, the Wahba
crater, the largest of its kind in the Middle
East; two bottles of the protective spray
were purchased.

While driving, the sand surrounding
the highway becomes ubiquitous and
invisible. Yet between looking out for
traffic police cars lurking under camel
overpasses and the speed camera and
radars the surprising diversity of Saudi
Arabiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s landscape materializes.
Rock massifs, volcanic cones, almost
extraterrestrial rock formations, intertwined
with date palm farms with brown and yellow
parched leaves, and free-roaming camel
herds made up the drive to the crater.
The landscape ranged widely on the drive,
and as we got closer to the crater the scenery
became increasingly rocky and surreal. You
can see a variety of soil colors and textures
ranging from extreme red to almost white,
but the rock formations were the most
startling aspect.
Not enough can be said about the eerie rock
formations that emerge seemingly out of
nowhere in desolate landscapes.

WABHA
CRATER
By Wided Al Khadraoui

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Comparisons to the topography of Mars
were made repeatedly, which helped
me decide on my subsequent career as a
location scout for sci-fi movies, if Saudi
Arabia ever does decide to open up to
Hollywood film crews.
About six hours later we exited off the
main Riyadh-Makkah highway and drove
through several very small communities and
lava fields until the end of the newly paved
road, where four metal poles stop cars from
driving any farther.
The road ends exactly at the crater’s rim.
The crater is spectacularly massive. It is
roughly 2 kilometers wide, situated on the
edge of the Harrat Kishb lava field. The edge
drops by around 250 meters to the base,
making for an extreme cliff edge.
According to Saudi Arabia’s National Center
for Earthquakes and Volcanoes, the crater is
a result of a “phreatic explosion caused by
the near-instantaneous generation of steam
at the contact between rising magma and
ground water.”

In layman terms it means very hot lava came
into contact with water, causing a massive
instant eruption, resulting in this huge hole
in the middle of what is now a desert.
The crater’s floor is a saltpan; the center
almost entirely covered by a thin white
sheet, although apparently in the winter it
turns into a small lake.
We arrived right before sunset. The intense
color disparity between the backdrop of the
black lava fields, white salt at the bottom
of the crater, and a blue sky tinged with
the gold of the setting sun made for an
impressive end to the drive.
Photos sent to a Saudi friend promoted an
incredulous response: “Are you guys even in
Saudi?” It’s impressively enormous in real
life, and the photographs don’t do justice to
the loneliness of the crater’s isolation.
The photographs also fail to capture the echo
of the wind blowing over the lava field and
that, quite possibly, was the best part.

THE CRATER IS
SPECTACULARLY MASSIVE.
IT IS ROUGHLY 2KM WIDE,
SITUATED ON THE EDGE OF THE
.HARRAT KISHB LAVA FIELD

* The Wabha Crater is under the protection of the National Commission for Wildlife
Conservation and Development (NCWCD) which strives to promote ecotourism. Camping is
permitted but there are no amenities provided for visitors, and those who decide to camp are
asked to also remove any trash they accumulate to preserve the area.
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Fashion &
Shopping

Fashion & Shopping

with NOUR

Nour Kelani

Nour Kelani; a fashion
designer, stylist, traveller,
wife and on top of all
a mother. She’s a big
believer that fashion is our
daily dose of art. Loves
animals and owns a pug
named Tamis.

Fashion

News
Haal inc. new store opening
Haal Inc., sister company of Sotra, was
available at Sotra, Ana Special Mall in
Jeddah. Monday Nov. 25 marked the opening
of Haal Inc.’s first stand-alone branch,
located on Rawdah street. Their brand name
was inspired by the unique Arabic spice
“heil” (cardamom), which represents their
distinctive collections.

Ghesquiére Replaces Marc Jacobs as LV’s
art director
Nicolas Ghesquiére ended his 15-year run at
Balenciaga and is taking over as art director
at Louis Vuitton, the world’s highest selling
luxury brand. It is said that Ghesquiére will
use his experience and talents to create a new
vision of modern refinement for the popular
luxury brand.

Jeremy Scott: Moschino's creative director
American designer (and former Moschino
intern) Jeremy Scott has been named creative
director of Moschino. This is the first time
Scott, who has been running his own label
out of Los Angeles for the past 16 years, has
assumed a creative director role at a bigname fashion brand. His first collection – for
Fall 2014 – will debut at Milan Fashion Week
in February ... We’re super excited for this.
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New Lacoste stripes collection
Lacoste is back with yet another addictive
collection, this time with marine inspired
stripes. Available now in all Middle East
Lacoste shops.

Short
& Sweet

Nadine Kanso

Nadine Kanso was born in Beirut, Lebanon
in 1968. She spent her entire childhood
there and later earned two degrees from
the Lebanese American University. Nadine
majored in Communication Arts and
Advertising Design; these degrees laid the
foundation for her work in design and
photography today. She has worked in
various design-related fields and had several
stints in journalism.

There are times when people get confused
and think that a velvet “I’m a princess”
tracksuit is proper sportswear –
it’s not. Your chic-ness shouldn’t be
messing with your workout. As much as
possible, choose materials that would keep
you dry and allows for the mobility your
activity requires.

Under Armour Sports Bra SR 200
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Adidas SR 400

Under Armour SR 92

Nike Free 7.0 SR 450

Adidas by Stella Mc Cartney SR 450

Adidas by Stella Mc Cartney SR 400

Sweaty Betty SR 300

TIP #2:

WHAT’S
UNDERNEATH IS
AS IMPORTANT AS
THE OUTSIDE

Undergarments both for men
and women can do wonders for your
workout, not to mention allowing you
confidently move around. Oh, and a
word on… socks. Wear athletic
and extra cushioned ones when
working out, especially if you do a lot
of running and high impact exercises
for your lower extremities.

Nike X Undercover SR 300 (top) SR 450 (bottom)

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Useless Store SR 600

Puma SR 285

Lulu Lemon SR 410

Adidas by Stella Mc Cartney SR 600

Useless Store SR 300

TIP #3:

LEAVE THESE IN
YOUR CLOSET:
All Cotton Clothes – absorbs
sweat, takes time to dry, which
can cause chills, skin irritation
and heaviness of fabrics. Invest
instead in Dri-fit fabrics.

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Baggy Clothing – (Unless your
classes state otherwise), if it
doesn’t fit, leave it because not
only is it unflattering, it can be
a hazard if you’re using the gym
equipment and machines.

•

Accessories – Minus a pedometer
or your workout gadget, leave
your jewelry safe at home or in
your locker. Bracelets, necklaces,
earrings can easily get tangled
into something.

•

Worn Out Shoes and Clothes –
How do you know if it’s time to
retire your favorite kicks and
shirt? If you run at least twice a
week, expect to change it at least
once a year. Exercise clothes get
more beat up than the rest of
your wardrobe, the sweat and
constant wash can easily take its
toll. Throw it away once it begins
to form an odor of its own (eww!).

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Adidas by Jeremy Scott SR 800

Nike SR 850

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Adidas by Stella Mc Cartney SR 850

QUICK GUIDE ON
WHAT TO WEAR
FOR WHERE:
Running/Training at a gym
Good shoes that fit
treadmill runners, put on capris,
racer backs, shirts that fit well.
Outdoor Runners should wear
track suits, shorts and T-shirts with
reflectors or in bright colors for
safety purposes.
Zoe Karssen SR 500

Yoga/Tai chi/Pilates
Loose drawstring pants, dropped
crotch pants/capris or
kurta pajamas.
Outfits that donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cling to the body so
mixed cotton can be used.
Aerobics/Dance
Lycra or anything elastic.
Leg zippers or garters are more
advisable than pants.
Swimming
If you want to do laps and swim for
fitness, invest in a proper one piece,
close fitting suit. Goggles and swim
cap, earplugs and nose clip.

Adidas by Stella Mc Cartney SR 680

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Fashion

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1 an adult human male.
• a male member of a sports team:
Johnson took the ball past three men and scored.
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by Mazin Al-Maimani

Mazin Al-Maimani is our
in-house graphic designer
and a fashion enthusiast.
Here are his picks for
all your sneaker needs;
whether you’re looking
for comfort or style there’s
something for everyone.

Asics Gel-Ipera
– They are fun,
lightweight and
stable with the perfect
amount of cushioning
required for sudden
movements in classes.

KNOW YOUR SHOES
On the contrary to what most people
think, you need certain shoes for all sorts
of exercises including walking, jogging,
sprinting, hiking, playing sports on hard
ground, grass, or gravel - and the list goes
on! Before your next workout session,
make sure you’re wearing the right kind
of sneakers. If you’re unclear regarding
the differences, ask your trainer.

2. WALKING SHOES:

Ideal walking shoes must have extra
cushioning in the heel since that’s what hits
the ground first.

TRY

1. GROUP CLASSES:

For classes such as Zumba, kickboxing,
kettle bells or spinning, you’ll need good
sneakers that have a multi-purpose outsole
and low profile midsole.
The right shoe can dramatically improve“
your workout results, allowing you to run
faster, jump higher, and keep up longer. The
wrong shoe can cause both short and longterm injuries.” – Kit Rich, fitness expert

Orthaheel Women’s
Action Walker – The
heel is padded and
an additional benefit
is they are great for
alignment.

Running (and/or jogging) shoes must have
the following features: cushioning and
motion control.
“The more tired a runner gets, the worse
their form is and the more they need
protection and stability each time their foot
strikes the ground.” – Mark Sheehan, vice
president of Product Development
at K-Swiss

Sprinting and running shoes do not differ
much, but sprinting shoes need to have more
cushioning and padding in order to absorb
any abrupt movements.

TRY

Ryka Enhance Cross Trainers –
“Ryka shoes take into account
the fact that women’s feet are
narrower in the heel and wider
in the forefoot.” – Jessica
Turner, vice president of
Channel Merchandising and
Footwear Expert
for FootSmart

GADGETS
Shoulder Massager SR 399
This massager provides
incredible tapping massages
to relieve sore muscles. The
hand straps enable the user
to freely adjust the position of
the massager and the built-in
temperature protection device
will automatically detect overusage and will shut off the
massager automatically.

Massage Pen SR 54.99
Take the stress out of work
with this pen that is also a
powerful vibrating massager!
Just press the tip against a sore
muscle and feel the tension
melt away. Available in three
sublime colors (color is random
and chosen at the time of
shipping). Sold individually.
Rubberized texture.

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P ROMOTION

Aerial7 Sound Disk

SR 225

Aerial7 Sound Disk Perisher
Beanie in yellow - from the
streets to the mountains, the
AERIAL7 Sound Disk Beanie
merges technology and
fashion. The innovative wearing
style is so comfortable youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be
ready to cruise any terrain.

Power Player Cleat Covers

SR 169

Energy Armorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Power Play Cleat
Covers give you a competitive
edge on the field from the benefits
of negative ions, while holding
your laces in place. This product
also gives you a visual reference for
foot placement as you strike the
ball for maximum accuracy.

This lightweight athletic necklace
is not only functional with the
health benefits of negative ions,
but also stylish on the professional
playing fields around the world. The
Energy Armor Athletic Necklace is
available in an 18-inch and a 22-inch
option and both sizes snap with the
breakaway closure for safety.
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Energy Armor Athletic Necklace SR 169

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Dining
Around Town

noodles
more than just

Chinese cuisine differs from region
to region and has changed plenty of
times throughout its history depending
on people, time and traditions. With
extensive knowledge in the Asian
culinary field, Chinese national Chef
Zhang Chao joined Rosewoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Noodles
restaurant as Chef de Cuisine in 2012.
The eight culinary traditions of China
are Chuan (Szechuan), Hui (Anhui), Lu
(Shandong), Min (Fujian), Su (Jiangsu),
Yue (Hong Kong and Guangdong),
Xiang (Hunan) and Zhe (Zhejiang). Each
cuisine uses different recipes, spices and
flavors depending on its people and their
traditions. Chef Zhang, a chef with extensive
knowledge and training in all sectors of
Chinese cuisine, has recently made some
notable changes in Rosewood's Noodles
restaurant. Chao is a Chinese Cooking
College graduate who came to Rosewood
Corniche in Jeddah after gaining over 13
years of experience at hotels in locations
such as China, Jubail and the Bahamas,
where he would cook for up to 400 guests
per evening.
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P ROMOTION

When he arrived to Rosewood Corniche
in 2012 and began his journey as Noodles'
Chef de Cuisine, Chao noticed the menu was
lacking a local touch. He began writing a
new menu based on dishes customers have
requested and flavors they have asked him
for previously. The result was an updated,
enhanced menu consisting of authentic
traditional Chinese food from all regions
infused with spices to appeal to local taste.
One dish Chao added to Noodles menu is
the Steamed Najil. This dish is seasoned
with chili pickles and garlic and served with
brocoli on a bed of grass noodles. Another
signature dish is the Chili Chili Chicken,
which consists of fried crispy chicken
seasoned with fresh chili and Chaoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s secret
chili sauce. Chili Chili Chicken is served

â&#x20AC;&#x153;MY TOP PRIORITY IS
THAT EVERY GUEST
LEAVES WITH
A HAPPY STOMACH.â&#x20AC;?
- CHEF ZHANG CHAO, CHEF DE CUISINE

with cashews and sprinkled with sesame
seeds, creating a delicious burst of flavors in
every bite. Another must-try on the menu is
the Beef Szechuan Style. Chuan (Szechuan)
is a style of Chinese cuisine originating in
the Sichuan province of China known for
their bold, spicy flavors and their use of
garlic and chili peppers. The Beef Szechuan
at Noodles, seasoned with just the right
amount of garlic, coriander, chili and soya
sauce, is a perfect representation of the
Szechuan province.
At Noodles, there's something for everyone.
Guests can watch Chao and his associates as
they cook their noodles, dumplings
and spring rolls using their own special
recipes from scratch. They don't use
machines and they don't import any readymade products; every meal is handmade
from A to Z. Children can enjoy the kids
area, equipped with little tables, chairs,
drawing pads and a PlayStation.
Noodles Business Lunch menu is definitely
an appealing deal. With a fixed price of SR
120 (including water and soft drinks), guests

can choose their preferred meal from five
different set menus. Each menu consists of
soup, an appetizer and different types of
main courses (including beef, fish
and chicken) that come in ideal portions.
The concept behind the Business Lunch
menu is convenience. Chao is aware of the
busy schedule businessmen and women
lead, and therefore prepares their meal
within 10 minutes so they can enjoy and get
on with their business! Note: The Business
Lunch menu is available Monday through
Thursday from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Apart from Sundays, Noodles is open
everyday from noon to midnight.
Tel: +966-12-2607111
Web: www.rosewoodhotels.com

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Dining
Around Town
Fuddruckers’ Lemon Pepper
Chicken Sandwich: 41SR
Not only grilled, but also
skinless and boneless
chicken breast dusted with
citrus and spices.

Amara’s Rib Eye Steak: 154SR
Mix herbed rib eye steak
with seasonal baked
vegetables served with
béarnaise sauce. And of
course, do not ask for the
mashed potato with the dish!

Byblos’s Mixed Grill Plate:

It’s the standard healthiest
and safest choice to order
from this, and almost all
Lebanese cuisines. You can
feel free to enjoy it with a
little bit of hummus as well.

Agave’s Tagliatta De Agave:

HEALTHY
CHOICES
A Restaurant Guide for the Weight Watchers
By Abeer El Sayed

So are you trying to lose some weight but don’t want to
cut off your time with your beloved ones? Destination
Jeddah made you a selective list so you can still enjoy
your favorite restaurants but with smarter choices to
stay healthy and on track!

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Nothing is safer than a steak,
with mushrooms
and roca.

Toasted’s Oriental
Poultry Sandwich: 24SR

Marinated chicken with
rocca, crispy onion served
in brown baguette. All tastes
good and healthy!

Goodies’ BBQ Chicken With
Vegetables:

From the name, it’s a
perfect healthy meal for
weight watchers: just grilled
chicken and vegetables.

Uno’s Salmon, Shrimp and
Haddock Combo: 87SR

A combination of a lemonbasil salmon, haddock
and shrimp, all grilled and
served with steamed rice
and vegetables.
Healthy and fulfilling!

Out of Uptown’s selection
of light choices, this smoked
turkey with Dijon-lemon
sauce and rocket is an
excellent choice.
It’s also served in a multigrain baguette.

Lite Chicken Whopper: 15SR
The Latest Ice Cream News:
Gelato Mochi!

Mochi is a traditional Japanese dessert
that has been introduced to Jeddah. It
consists of a creamy scoop of ice cream in
the middle of mochi, a tasty Japanese ricecake dessert. Gelato Mochi is low in sugar
and contains zero trans fat, making it your
ideal healthy dessert!
To order: Tel: +966 12 6517576
Email: arabianfood@yahoo.com

If you have no other choice
but fast food, you don’t
have to go unhealthy all the
way. This sandwich is made
especially light for those
who are watching
their weight.

José D. Ortiz moved to Jeddah in July
2010 from Palma de Mallorca, Spain.
After reaching 142 kilograms in weight
he decided to make a change in life and
go from ‘all you can eat’ to ‘all you decide
to eat.’

José became a certified fitness personal
trainer, changed his food habits,
thoroughly studied nutrition and how
the human body works, learned the
importance of sports and always listened
to what his body was telling him rather
than worry about the number on the
scale. Due to those changes, he lost
approximately 40 kilograms.
His toughest challenge was to hang out
with friends in a ‘healthy way’ while not
missing out on any of the restaurants
they chose. He did quite well! For
ethical reasons he is now as vegan as
he can be and chooses to be vegetarian
always when a vegan choice is not
available. José was unable to run when
he was morbidly obese. In November
he ran his fifth half marathon in Abu
Dhabi, and he hopes to try his first
marathon in Dubai in January.

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after

before

In a society that loves meat, choosing to eat
in a manner that does not harm animals is
not always easy. Vegetarian options (food
that does not contain meat, poultry or fish)
are in short supply in many restaurants.
Vegan dishes take animals into consideration
even one step further: dishes do not contain
any ingredients that come from an animal
source. This means: no eggs, cheese or other
dairy products.
José D. Ortiz is a Jeddah-based certified
personal fitness trainer. He chooses to eat
vegan foods when available or vegetarian
when they are not. He says it might not be
easy to eat animal-friendly foods in Jeddah
restaurants, but options are always available.
In supermarkets and stores, tasty substitutes
for animal products are widely available.
Try some!

Café La Promenade in La Promenade II
Mall, Tahlia Street, does not offer many
vegan choices, but quite a few
for vegetarians.
On a recent visit there he chose:
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•

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Yucatan Soup (Mexican vegetable
soup with sweet corn and nachos).
Alternatively you could try their Cream
of Mushroom or Insalata Verde.
Panini Greco (feta cheese, lettuce,
kalamata olives, cucumber and tomato).
Their Spinach Pizza and Risotto al
Funghi are also very good. Avoid the
Vegetable Pizza here. It is definitely not
their best treat.
Fruit Salad

“KSA and its
people have
always given
to me all their
hospitality
and support.
Now is my
chance to return
some good
things to the
society that
welcomed me
so well.”
- José Ortiz

The soup was at its best temperature; not
too cold not too hot, and a little spicy, mild,
tasty. The panini was served with a flower
made out of cucumber and a serving of
French fries. You can always ask for salad
instead if you are watching your weight. The
dish was light and easy to eat. A perfectly
sliced, light and healthy fruit salad showered
with juice was the perfect option for dessert.
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If you are not yet ready to eat vegetarian
but you want to watch your food intake,
their Chicken Caesar Salad is served with
one of the best Caesar sauces in the city. La
Promenade’s grilled chicken is second to
none. The Panna Cotta dessert will transport
you to the Italian region of Piemonte
straight away!

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UNLEASH
the beast
"When I was morbidly obese I tried to find
the secret to having a healthy and fit body.
I started many diets and the word "diet"
killed my mind. I kept on gaining back all
the weight I lost during the diet. I found that
a few simple questions are best to get you
started (and keep you going) on your way to
a healthy lifestyle.
DO YOU WANT TO LOSE WEIGHT?
WHAT IS YOUR REASON?
We all need a trigger point to change to a
healthy life. Mine was to become a good
and consistent role model for my son that
was about to be bornin 2011.

To fully describe the benefits of the
shiitake mushroom (whole dried
mushroom) that comes from Japan,
China and Korea I could fill up all the
pages of the magazine! So I will stick
to these main benefits:
• Shiitake mushroom has antitumor,
cholesterol-lowering, and virusinhibiting effects.
(Source: www.cancer.org)
• It is promoted as a good non-animal
source of iron.
• It is full of dietary fiber, making you
feel full for more time after eating it.
• You can find Japanese organic
shiitake mushrooms at Abazeer (SR
85 for a 100 gram packet). Check
their website: www.abazeer.com

DO YOU NEED TO STARVE AND KILL
YOURSELF IN THE GYM TO GET SOME
RESULTS?
Absolutely not! This is all about enjoying our time. Start watching your portions. Five
smaller meals will make you feel full and help you more than the typical three meals
model. I never ran before and I started with the jogging/walking program C25K (www.
c25k.com). I am about to run my fifth half marathon!

CAN I START STRAIGHT AWAY?
Now you have the right attitude and that’s great! But remember, first of all visit a doctor
and tell him that you want to start training and change your food habits. His clearance is
key to avoiding bad surprises!
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Travel
Trends

SYLT:

THE QUEEN
OF THE
NORTH SEA
Germany is known for
its rich history and many
touristic attractions. But
the island of Sylt in the
North Sea of northern
Germany is the brightest
and largest diamond – at
13 kilometers wide and 38
kilometers long – among
the jewels that make up
the North Frisian Islands.
Sylt serves as a destination
for Germany’s frolicking
jet set and the tourist
looking for an upscale
alternative to Germany’s
other landmarks.
Forty kilometers of pristine
sandy beaches surround
Sylt, home to the
island’s iconic lighthouses
and approximately 12,000
beach baskets, or strandkorb,
Germany’s version of a
canopied outdoor love seat.
The beach baskets have
storage space under the seat
and can stand against wind
and rough weather with an
enviable lifespan of up to
20 years. Sylt has a dozen
areas of interests: List
(northernmost tip of the
island), Kampen (the

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Hamburg

As soon as we reached
Westerland, we were led to
our designatedtaxi, which
drove us off to Budersand
Hotel –Golf and Spa.
Overlooking the frigid
North Sea, the hotel features
four modern buildings
connected by bridges.
The hotel, with its elegant
glass and wood surfaces,
is fused into Sylt’s natural
landscape and its massive
glass windows allows
natural light to flow into the
rooms and suites. Budersand
also consists of numerous
outdoor terraces providing
guests with breathtaking
views of the sea, sky, dunes
and the harbor. The hotel
offers comfort and luxury
in addition to impressive
facilities including a lobby
lounge, a library with books
selected by famed German
author and television
presenter Elke Heidenreich,
a full-fledged spa and the
gourmet restaurant KAI3.
La Grande Plage restaurant in Kampen

most sophisticated area),
Wenningstedt and Braderup
(ideal destinations for
families), Westerland,
the lively area, Archsum,
Keitum, Morsum,
Munkmarsch and Tinnum
(five charming locations
on the eastern side of the
island), Rantum (between
the west and east coast)
and finally, Hornum, Sylt’s
sunny southern area.

KAI3 restaurant, Budersand Hotel & Spa
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Sansibar restaurant

Frankfurt

Nature is extremely
important at Sylt; for that
reason the Budersand,
like many of the island’s
buildings, is surrounded
by vegetation and wooden
boardwalks allowing guests
to experience the island’s
botanical splendor. The hotel
is designed to allow guests
in almost all of the 79 rooms
to enjoy an endless view
from all four directions,
including Germany’s first
Scottish-style 18-hole
golf course.

Budersand Hotel & Spa

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During our tour, we noticed
how Sylt is dotted with
small thatched roof houses,
as if we were stepping into
the tale of Hansel
and Gretel. The island has its
own dialect called Söl’ring,
which is only spoken by four
percent of the population.
Sylt is a famous secondary
residence and is known as
“the island of the rich
and beautiful.” Due to its
sense of serenity, beauty,
luxury and comfort, the
island has always been
attractive to Germany’s
richest residents.

Food guides, such as the
Michelin and the Gault
Millau, one of the most
influential French restaurant
guides, have repeatedly
given awards to several
of the island’s restaurants.
Whether visitors are
fans of gourmet elegant
restaurants or relaxed casual
beach bistros, they will be
impressed with their dining
experiences on the island.
Our first culinary experience
was at La Grande Plage
restaurant in Kampen. The
restaurant is nice and hip,
and is reached by taking a
long walk along the beach.
We were infatuated with the
relaxed environment, the
people in their beachwear
and the surfers lazing about
by the water. One of the
many things Sylt is known
for is its culinary scene.
For dinner we went for a
fancy meal at Sansibar,
a restaurant known for
attracting a number of
German celebrities including
Claudia Schiffer and Boris
Becker. It’s a small cozy
candle-lit restaurant that

overwhelms you with a
feeling of warmth and
comfort. The food, the steak
with sides of salad and
potatoes, to be specific, was
exceptionally delicious.
After memorable tours of
Sylt and its attractions, we
took a train to the wealthiest
city in Germany, Hamburg,
where we were ferried to the
Hotel Atlantic Kempinski.
At the hotel’s rooftop
terrace and known as the
“Phantom Room,” is one
of Hamburg’s most sought
after locations in terms of
privacy and seclusion. The
terrace provides guests with
a breathtaking view of the
city in addition to peace
and quiet. The hotel is in the
city center, making it easy to
visit the city’s

historical monuments
and shopping boutiques.
With a peaceful mind
and slightly heavier luggage,
we flew back to Jeddah.
Lufthansa Airlines, who
provide travelers with
the quickest and most
convenient routes, organized
our trip. On our trip, we
flew to Frankfurt, and then
took another flight from
there to Sylt. On our way
back, we took the train to
Hamburg and from there,
we came back home.
Lufthansa is known for its
convenience and flexibility
in dealing with passengers.
Their presence within the
Kingdom has increased
during the past few years,
rapidly making them KSA’s
first-choice airlines.

Phantom room

Hamburg

Stronholt Fassade
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Spirituality

TOP ENERGY
FOODS TO
INCREASE
PRODUCTIVITY
By Nasmira Firdous

Some swear by natural foods, others
are more adventurous and try out
genetically modified foods that promise
to possess super nutrients required in
the right amounts. The relationship
we share with foods is unique. Love
them or hate them, we sure cannot live
without them!

Although some latest scientific research has thrown immense light on the marvelous benefits
that different types of foods provide to our body, did you know that these properties were
discovered hundreds of years ago by the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon
him) and his Companions? Even with enormous advancement in technology, we are battling
a larger number of diseases than what our grandparents had to deal with. So, where exactly
are we going wrong? Let us turn back the pages in history to 1,400 years ago to discover the
amazing health secrets Prophet Muhammad (S) and his civilization were applying in their
lives through the types of foods they had incorporated in their daily diet.
Listed below are five super foods you will
find may affect your productivity levels:

The Qur'an testifies to the healing nature
of honey, when Allah says: “And your Lord
revealed to the bee saying: Make hives in the
mountains and in the trees and in what they
build: Then eat of all the fruits and walk in the
ways of your Lord submissively. There comes
forth from within it a beverage of many
colors, in which there is healing for men;
most surely there is a sign in this for a people
who reflect.” (Surah An-Nahl, Verses 68-69)
Did you know that honey could be used for
treating stress, anemia, burns, insomnia,
osteoporosis and abdominal pain? It can
also kick off fatigue, digestion related
problems; relieve symptoms of sore
throat and nasal congestion. So instead
of pumping your body with artificial
supplements to boost your immune system,
utilize this supplement to cure your
physical and psychological ailments.

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Prophet
Muhammad
(peace and blessings
be upon him) said: “Healing
is in three things: A gulp of honey,
cupping, and branding with fire. But
I forbid my followers to use
(cauterization) branding
with fire.”(Sahih Bukhari)

If you were thinking milk was purely meant
for children, think again! As a drink, it was
the custom of our Prophet (S) to have a
combination of dates and milk to get the
best out of both. Apart from being rich in
calcium, did you know that milk provides
several vitamins and minerals in the right
proportions, helping your stomach digest
and utilize them to the maximum? They are
extremely rich in proteins too. These build
up your immune system, helping you fight
off microorganisms.

These were an indispensable part of the
Prophetic diet. Packed with high quality
sugars like sucrose and fructose, dates act as
instant energy boosters.
They are easy to digest
and have a plethora of

water-soluble vitamins along with crucial
minerals like calcium and iron. Dates have
been mentioned more than 20 times in the
Qur'an under various situations,
highlighting the immense importance these
wonder foods possess.
The Prophet (peace and blessing be upon
him) said: “If somebody takes pressed dates
every morning, he will not be effected by
poison or magic on that day till night.” (Sahih
Bukhari 7:663)

Scientists vouch for it, nutritionists cannot
get enough of it and it holds an enviable
place in the family of cooking oils. Allah also
mentions it in the Qur'an. (See Chapter 24, Verse 35)
Olive oil is power-packed with antioxidants
that can prevent cancer and premature
aging. It is extremely rich in unsaturated
fats, preventing the possibility of developing
cardiovascular diseases and cholesterol
related problems.
One of the Companions, Abu Hurayrah (may
Allah be pleased with him), narrates that the
Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him)
stated: “Eat the olive oil and apply it (locally),
since there is cure for 70 diseases in it, one of
them is leprosy.” (Abu Naim)
I hope to have inspired you to revive your
intake of some of these super energy foods
with multiple benefits. It’s evident that
the Islamic civilization and history offer
practical ways forward in consumption
of food. What scientific discoveries are
revealing today was understood and
exploited hundreds of years ago!
With the verse of Allah, which means:
“Oh mankind! Eat of that which is lawful
and good on the earth,” (Chapter 2, Verse 168) it is
not surprising to learn that the Prophet
and Muslims have been using several foods
for curing mild to severe forms of sickness.
I hope the aforementioned foods will be a
part of your daily diet and you’ll share tips
below on other super energy foods you love!

After the hullaballoo of fast foods, people
have gone back to traditional methods of
including whole grains in their diet. Brown
bread has become the latest fad with every
diet conscious person swearing about the
numerous health benefits. Whole grains are
packed with nutrients, vitamins, minerals,
complex carbohydrates and fiber.
What does this mean for you? Well, by
including whole grains, you are giving your
body a perfect concoction of super beneficial
nutrients. In other words, you are keeping
obesity, nutritional deficiencies, diabetes,
digestive problems and cancer at bay
inshaAllah.
Whenever a person of the family of
Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon
him) fell sick then it was ordered that the
barley gruel should be prepared for him.
Then he used to state: “It removes the grief
of the patient’s heart, removes its weakness
as any of you removes the dirt from your face
after washing it”. (Ibn Majah)
Barley, oats, brown bread and whole wheat
are some options you can consider.
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Healthy
Living

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On the contrary to what most
people think, PHYSICAL
THERAPY IS A HIGHLY
CRITICAL STAGE IN THE
PROCESS OF RECOVERY; it is
where the actual healing of the
injury occurs

The therapy sessions are provided for
patients with illnesses or disabilities related
to neurologic, cardiovascular, lymphatic
and orthopedic diseases. At Home Physical
Therapy aims to increase the level of
functioning using therapeutic techniques to
ensure patients experience a quick recovery.
Therefore they can shortly go back to their
usual quality and pace of life. Experienced
therapists at Salam Medical help patients
restore their physical state, motion
and strength whether they are experiencing
loss of balance, difficulty in walking
and moving, or back or joint pain. It also
helps restore hip or knee replacement
surgeries, heart attacks or failures or any
noticeable decline in function.
At Home Physical Therapy comes with
many benefits including providing patients
with a sense of independence, allowing them
to conduct daily activities in the comfort
of their own homes, which is a convenient
and comfortable setting. Another benefit
of physical therapy sessions at home is
simultaneously allowing the patients families
to be directly involved in the rehabilitation
process, which positively affects the overall
process of recovery.

The word “therapy” is derived from the
Latin word therapīa, which literally means
curing and healing. On the contrary to
what most people think, physical therapy
is a highly critical stage in the process of
recovery; it is where the actual healing of
the injury occurs. Physical therapy sessions
are meant to provide patients with comfort
and convenience. For that reason, rather
than going through the troubling ordeal
of physically going to sessions, let your
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Healthy
Living
Beauty

look young,

feel young

The appearance of your skin reflects
not only what you eat, but also your
status in terms of health and wellbeing.
In addition to adopting healthy eating
habits, you need to provide your skin
with the care it requires in order to
always look young and feel fresh. By
following some simple steps on a daily
basis and visiting Oriana Salon and Spa
every now and then for facials, you’ll see
and feel wonderful results in no time.
Sometimes you look at certain models or
celebrities and you think “how does their
skin look that good?” The idea of having
healthy, glowing skin seems farfetched to
many people; maybe due to the amount of
care they think it requires? Whatever the
reason, disregard it and look after your skin,
indulge in facials and feel healthy inside out.
Facials are treatments used to cleanse,
smooth, moisturize and firm the skin. Types
of facials vary depending on what your skin
needs; collagen, oxygen or just cleansing,
for example. Oriana Salon and Spa offers
more than 10 types of facials, each serving
a different purpose. In addition to their
luxurious gold and caviar masks, highly
effective collagen and oxygen facials. They
also do deep pore cleansing facials, which
are commonly known as traditional facials.
Crystal peeling is a treatment that consists of
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small crystals used to peel the damaged skin
caused by sunlight, acne, scars or wrinkles.
Oriana also offers Viva Milk facial treatment,
which supplies your skin with a complete
and balanced meal. The milk creams in Viva
Milk provide the skin with proteins, amino
acids, vitamins, minerals and other vital
elements required for restoring the natural
beauty of your skin. Another popular facial
at Oriana is Vitamin C, which is known to
effectively leave your skin feeling radiant
and looking improved after just one session.
According to Oriana, facials are more
important than body treatments because the
face has more oil glands, especially around
the forehead, eyes, nose and chin. So don't
take your skin for granted. Regardless how
busy you are, you need to adopt a facial
regimen, and dedicate a few moments in the
morning and evening solely for skin care.
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Tel: 920002132
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By Anousha Vakani

It is said that if any one
thing in this world has
mystical properties, it’s
water. We are not only
made up of 50 to 60
percent water and living
on a planet that is made
up of 70 percent of the
same simple combination
of hydrogen and oxygen,
we need our daily fix
of pure drinking water
(even more than we need
our morning coffee!) to
survive. But how much
water do we really need
and why do we need it?

Why drink water?
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It is the only weight loss drink you need! A glass of
water before meals will help you feel full and control
your portions.
At the start of any diet or exercise regime, the initial
rapid weight loss is due to loss of water. Staying
hydrated keeps the fat-burning process smooth.
It aids digestion.
It helps get rid of toxins in your body.
Water boosts your general metabolism; that is, it
keeps the chemical reactions in your body running
smoothly.
Dehydration is a major cause of fatigue and maybe
even your constant headache.
Water lubricates the joints and reduces muscle
soreness, especially if you’ve been exercising.
Hydrated skin will glow! Water helps reduce acne
and other skin problems while also leaving you with
healthy nails.
Drinking a good amount of water reduces the risk of a
heart attack and colon cancer.

How much do
How to get into the water
you need?
drinking groove?

8 glasses per day (2-3 litres).
Log on to nutrition.
about.com/library/
blwatercalculator.htm
to calculate.

Many applications such as the Water Your Body app will
allow you to calculate your required amount of water and
remind you at regular intervals to drink up! Alternatively,
you can print out a “water card” (or make one yourself if
you’re crafty!) and regulate the amount of water you’re
having daily. Also, always carry bottled water while you’re
on the go so you never have an excuse! If you’re really
daring and can part with your daily latte or red bull, some
nutritionists recommend replacing one daily drink with a
glass of water. Good luck and stay hydrated!
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Healthy
Living

Metabolism?
WHAT IS

People always talk about metabolism and how it affects whether they’re losing or
gaining weight. So what exactly is metabolism?
“Metabolism is the process of breaking down proteins, carbohydrates and fats to
produce the energy your body needs to maintain itself.” In other words meaning, it’s
the process in which your body converts the food and drink you consume into energy.
Things that slow down metabolism are…

SKIPPING BREAKFAST!

When they say, “breakfast is the most important meal of the
day,” believe it! One of the worst things you can do if you’re
trying to lose weight is skip breakfast; in fact, that’s the
main contributing factor to a decrease in metabolism. When
you don’t have breakfast within the hour after you wake up,
your brain sends a message to the rest of your body telling
it to hold on to and store fat. Having breakfast initiates the
metabolic process (called thermogenesis) that turns food you
eat into energy..

BARELY EATING:
When you eat too little, your body goes into starvation mode
and your metabolic rate slows down in an attempt to store
the existing fuel it has. Yes, if you’re trying to lose weight
you should cut down on your calorie intake but don’t take it
to an extreme. Keep in mind that your body needs a certain
amount of calories per day just to function..

CAFFEINE:
According to the
International Journal of
Obesity, consuming caffeine
can increase your body’s
metabolic rate but just by
four to five percent.
Don’t go overdosing on
caffeine though – too
much of it can lead to
unwanted consequences.

Protein can increase your
metabolic rate by up to
35 percent, and fiber can
increase it by up to 30
percent. Calcium is a major
contributing factor leading
to an increase in your
metabolic rate because a
diet high in calcium helps
you burn more fat. So add
lots of milk to your groceryshopping list!

DID YOU KNOW?

In 1903,
President
William
Howard Taft
pledged to
slim down
after getting
stuck in the
White House
bathtub.

When you
reach the
age of 25,
the average
person’s
metabolism
rate drops
between five
to 10 percent
per decade.

UP ALL NIGHT?
The Perfect Snooze
No one can deny the beauty of sleep, but
sometimes we can forget about the power of
sleep. We spend a whopping one-third of our
lives snoozing, and the quality and depth
of our sleep counts. We’ve collected some
thorough information from various certified
medical sources on how to give yourself the
perfect night’s sleep you deserve.

1. CREATE A BEDTIME
RITUAL
This could be anything
from stretching, watching
a light TV show, reading a
comforting book or praying
– as long as it is relaxing to
you. After a few days these
activities will be a signal
to your body that it’s time
to sleep.
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2. FEEL SAFE
The bedroom must give
the feeling of safety and
comfort. Shut the doors and
windows, lock the front
doors and turn off what
needs to be turned off. The
ancient Chinese architectural
practice Feng Shui prefer to
have the bed not facing the
door, to give the sleeper the
feeling of being enclosed
and safe. Also, keep
everything you might need
right at your bedside table.

3. PREPARE THE
BEDROOM
Soft neutral colors are best for
the bedroom. Find soft fluffy
sheets in a comforting light
color that keeps you nicely
bundled up – like a nest!
Make sure there aren’t too
many distractions but don’t
leave the bedroom bare and
empty, the idea is to create the
feeling of being hugged!
4. START DIMMING
EARLIER
The main element that
affects sleeping is light, it
affects how much melatonin
is produced in our brain,
which controls sleep and
wake cycle. Thus, working
on dimming the lights
gradually till you go to sleep
is key.

SNORING: What you should know...
By Fatmah Azam Ali

A shocking fact: almost 45 percent of adults snore in
their sleep. Snoring happens when the tissues vibrate
due to turbulent airflow in your sleep. While there are
many biological reasons as to why snoring takes place,
it is definitely interesting to know how we can stop
snoring in our sleep.
• WEIGHT ISSUES: Try losing a couple of pounds to see
if your snores are reduced as extra weight around the throat
may make you snore.
• NASAL STRIPS: People tend to snore if their noses are
blocked. Try using the nasal strips to solve the snoring issue.
• REMOVE ALLERGENS: If you are allergic and are on
sedatives that can be just the root problem you were looking
for to get rid of your snoring.
• LACK OF SLEEP: If you weren’t having any proper
sleep lately, all that snoring is due to lack of sleep.
• DEHYDRATION can also be one of the reasons as to why
you snore. The stickier the nose secretions become due to
dehydration, the more you snore.
• SEEKING MEDICAL HELP: If you have tried
everything above and notice that everything is OK and yet
you are snoring, you should seek medical help immediately
where the doctors will check you for the obstructive sleep
apnea, a serious medical condition that requires treatment.

5. LIMIT DAYTIME
NAPPING
Napping is a must for some
people, but sometimes you
get more than you need. You
should nap light and not go
into deep REM sleep, and
limit it to 20-30 minutes and
in the afternoon. Otherwise,
over-napping can make you
feel groggy and tired.

6. SLEEP WHEN TIRED
Sometimes we can force
ourselves to bed and we get
stressed over not sleeping
to the point where we can’t
sleep. Harvard Medical
states that if you’re not
asleep after 20 minutes,
get up and do something
relaxing like reading until
you feel tired. Constantly
checking the clock could
also induce more stress.

7. SOUNDS
The soothing sound of the
A/C is an actual reason
for better sleep, that’s why
white-noise generators are
made. Having a consistent
sound masks all the other
small sounds that could
make someone alert.
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7 MUST-DO

HEALTH RESOLUTIONS

FOR 2014
By Fatmah Azam Ali

With the new year around the corner, we think about what we should be doing differently and
better this year in order to be a better person or in a better health. If you made 20 resolutions,
naturally, you will make up to at least five, which definitely is quite an improvement. According
to me, our health changes every year and so do our resolutions. I’d like to list the top seven
“must-do” health resolutions this year for most of us...
6. Re-collect school
memories: Have a reunion
this year. Live how you
lived earlier. The change this
reunion would bring, you
will surely thank me later
(**winks**)
1. Losing weight: If you
are one of those healthy
individuals who work out
and look after their weight,
good job! But if you don’t,
lose no hope! There is
nothing more encouraging
than making a new health
resolution to make a better
you in this new year!
2. Call your loved ones:
Let’s admit- we are losing
contacts and are hardly even
chatting online with our
loved ones- thanks to our
ever-going busy routine. This
year, we keep in touch with
all by giving a call or sending
a message to at least one of
our loved one every week.

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3. Quit smoking: It does
no good, we all know that.
Going cold-turkey entirely
isn’t going to help so the
best thing is to reverse your
way of thinking. Imagine
how much money you are
putting into something that
is not even doing any good
to your body.
5. Don’t get stress-busted:
Tell yourself this year that
you are not going to exhaust
yourself until you are left
for nothing. This year, you
will exercise, do yoga and
keep your work schedules
straight and look after your
health. Nothing is worth
more than your health.

7. Travel: Travel to your
favourite vacation spot, relax
and think about life... in the
way philosophers would...
and all our worries would be
washed away by just giving
time to ourselves...

4. Securing your future:
Yes, this is by saving money.
While there are some gifted
people who don’t really
need to look into this, many
of us still do. Save your
money. Every month. By the
end of the year, you would
be so surprised on how
much you actually have and
you can definitely consider
an investment!

Bygones & PREDICTIONS
13 Bygones that are sooo five years ago!

UPDATING YOUR FACEBOOK STATUS AND
PICTURE EVERYDAY!

WANTING TO BE
BLAIR WALDORF

CARRYING AN
ADDRESS BOOK,
THAT'S WHAT YOUR
PHONE IS FOR.

DVD’S , EVER
HEARD OF
DOWNLOADING?

CUPCAKE
MANIA !

GIRLS SWOONING
OVER HESHAM
ABDULRAHMAN FROM
STAR ACADEMY!

BLACKBERRY
PHONES!

JUST FYI, OWNING AN
SLR CAMERA DOESN’T
AUTOMATICALLY MAKE YOU
A PHOTOGRAPHER.
REDBULL
MOCKTAILS

BUYING INEXPENSIVE
ACCESSORIES FROM TURKEY
AND SELLING THEM FOR
TRIPLE THE PRICE!
OBSESSING OVER
EMO FASHION.

PREDICTIONS FOR 2014:

WHAT ARE
YOUR BYGONS
FOR 2013? LET
US KNOW !
TWITTER: @DESTINATIONJED
OR
FACEBOOK: FACEBOOK.COM/
DESTINATIONJEDDAH

ED HARDY
BLINGED
OUT CAPS

01. MORE ORGANIC AND HEALTHY
APPROACHES.
02. WOMEN WILL START TO DRIVE. ( YES, WE
STILL HAVE HOPE)
03. OBHUR WILL BECOME THE NEW JEDDAH.
04. DELIVERY WILL BECOME EASIER.
05. MORE LOCAL ONLINE
SHOPPING SERVICES.
06. MORE SUPPORT FOR YOUNG
ENTREPRENEURS.
07. PHONES WILL BECOME EVEN THINNER!
DESTINATION JEDDAH 89

Music
LISTEN TO WHAT YOU LOVE
Girl On Fire
Alicia Keys

Bad 25th Anniversary
Michael Jackson

GLASSHEART
LEONA LEWIS

Pioneer
The Band Perry

Books
READ WHAT YOU LOVE | LOVE WHAT YOU READ
Everything Bad is
Good for You
by Steven Johnson
Price: 64 SR

After reading Everything Bad is Good for
You, you will never regard the glow of the
video game or television screen the same
way again.
Think and Grow
Rich Every Day
by Napoleon Hill
Price: 57 SR

With 365 quotations from Napoleon Hill's
most important works on success and
abundance, this daily guide serves as a
companion for everyone who wants to
experience more prosperity in their lives.

90 DESTINATION JEDDAH

How Will You Measure
Your Life?
by Clayton M. Christensen
Price: 57 SR

From the world’s leading thinker on
innovation and New York Times bestselling
author of The Innovator’s Dilemma, Clayton
M. Christensen, comes an unconventional
book of inspiration and wisdom for
achieving a fulfilling life.
Something from
Tiffany's
by Melissa Hill
Price: 45 SR

Doesn't every girl dream of getting...
something from Tiffany's? On 5th Avenue in
New York City, two very different men are
shopping for gifts for the women they love.

DVDs
WATCH ALONE OR WITH COMPANY

Argo

Stoker

Donkey Kong
Country Tropical
Freeze

Mario Party

Price: SR 179
Coming this
November for the
Nintendo 3DS

Connect up to
four players via
local wireless and
take on seven new
game boards and
80 new mini
games, all perfect
for portable play.

Must
do's
MUST DO'S OF THE MONTH!!!

Trouble with the Curve
An ailing baseball scout
in his twilight years takes
his daughter along for
one last recruiting trip.
Listen in as Amy Adams
and Justin Timberlake dish
on getting to know each
other, secretly identifying
with their characters, and
falling in love on-screen.

Screw Business
As Usual
Price: 58 SR
Richard Branson is
the founder of the
Virgin Group. Screw
Business As Usual
isn't just another book
about business; it's a
book about changing
the world.

brought to you by

Talk a Good Game Kelly Rowland
The fourth solo album from
the former Destiny's Child
member. The album features
collaborations with Wiz
Khalifa, Pharrell Williams,
Mike Will, Harmony, The
Runners, The-Dream and
her former bandmates
Beyonce and more.

Games
OF THE MONTH

Join your favorite
characters, from Mario
and Sonic to Princess
Peach, as they
Price: SR 199
compete in 24 of the
Available for the most exciting sports
Nintendo Wii U events at the Sochi
2014 Olympic
Winter Games.

DVD

music

Price: SR 199
Available for the
Nintendo Wii U

Team up with buddies,
from Diddy Kong to the
fresh addition of Dixie
Kong and her spinning
ponytail. Journey
across six distinct
islands filled
with dynamic levels
and non-stop action.

Mario & Sonic
Olympic Winter
Games

Wreck-It Ralph

book

12 Rounds 2: Reloaded

DESTINATION JEDDAH 91

THEY ARE THE 99!
99 Mystical Noor Stones carry all that is left of the wisdom and knowledge of the
lost civilization of Baghdad. But the Noor Stones lie scattered across the globe - now
little more than a legend. One man has made it his life’s mission to seek out what
was lost. His name is Dr. Ramzi Razem and he has searched fruitlessly for the Noor
Stones all his life. Now, his luck is about to change - the first of the stones have been
rediscovered and with them a special type of human who can unlock the gem’s
mystical power. Ramzi brings these gem - bearers together to form a new force for
good in the world. A force known as ... the 99!

THE STORY SO FAR...

recruiter is unhappy with Savage being cowed down. He brings in a new fighter to
fight Shadow Cloak. Can Razor’s Edge defeat the Arena Champion?

Visit the99kids.com for exciting
games featuring THE 99!
/THE99FanPage

Inside the locker room, Savage is furious after being defeated. Savage threatens
another fighter and lifts him by the collar. Shadow Cloak warns him to calm down.
Savage cringes on hearing Shadow Cloak’s warning. Mr. Al-Dahaam, the fight

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